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The hospitals of Community Healthcare System offer many free and low-cost educational programs, screenings and support to help people live healthier, manage a chronic disease or recover from a serious illness.

Search here for class offerings throughout our healthcare system, which includes Community Hospital in Munster, St. Catherine Hospital in East Chicago and St. Mary Medical Center in Hobart. If you would like in-person assistance to find a particular class or resource, call 219-836-3477or toll free 1-866-836-3477. This service, which includes assistance in Spanish, is available Monday-Friday, 8:30 am – 5 pm, and accepts registration for many of our classes.

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Diabetes Management

Learn what steps to take to prevent Type 2 Diabetes with guidance from a Registered Dietitian and Registered Nurse who will coach you on healthy eating, being active, stress management and reducing risks.

Eight million Americans have diabetes and don’t even know it! The A1c blood test measures an average blood sugar over the past 2-3 months. Fasting is not required and blood is drawn from the arm. Results will be mailed.

This three-day long course is geared toward newly diagnosed patients seeking education or anyone who needs a refresher regarding the basics of diabetes care. Patients with pre-diabetes or people at high risk for diabetes are also welcome. Diabetes Educator Lisa Poradzisz, RN, will discuss the different types of diabetes and treatment options.

Community Hospital Diabetes Self-Management Education has been Recognized by the American Diabetes Association for Quality Self-Management Education*. This three-part series addresses diabetes disease process, prevention and detection of complications, nutrition therapy, physical activity, medications and monitoring. We offer afternoon and evening classes.

Location: St. Catherine Hospital Professional Office Building Conference Room, 4321 Fir Street, East Chicago, IN

St. Catherine Hospital Diabetes Education Classes have been Recognized by the American Diabetes Association for Quality Self-Management Education. Learn to follow a special diet, exercise and monitor glucose levels. Learn about new medication and food substitutions. A free glucose monitor is given to any patient who needs one.

A physician referral and registration is required.

Outpatient diabetes classes offered in English and Spanish by a bilingual ADA Certified Diabetes Instructor.

A 4-week diabetes management program featuring exercise, advanced education, and support. Learn and experience the benefits of exercise on blood sugar control in a medically supervised setting. Basic understanding of diabetes management is recommended. $100 fee includes individual orientation and group exercise/education program.